WAYNE Rooney's gran today said her prayers were answered by the news England's golden boy would be fit for the World Cup.

And Pat Morrey said ill-health would not stop her cheering the Scouse whizz-kid when he finally plays for England again after his miraculous recovery from a broken foot.

Reacting to the news a nation of England fans was desperate for, she said: "I've prayed and prayed so hard for him and I'm delighted. We've had so many ups and downs, but our dreams have come true now."